Sarah's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Speak to reception to organise a tour of the gardens. It really is fascinating.
209 locals recommend
Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
Barnoon HillSpeak to reception to organise a tour of the gardens. It really is fascinating.
The best sunsets and two of the nicest restaurants
West Beach and Porthmeor Beach Cafe. Book an outside booth for the most incredible views and a really comfortable private seating arrangement.
252 locals recommend
Porthmeor Beach
Porthmeor HillThe best sunsets and two of the nicest restaurants
West Beach and Porthmeor Beach Cafe. Book an outside booth for the most incredible views and a really comfortable private seating arrangement.
A real insight into the famous St Ives Art scene. Beautifully located overlooking Porthmeor Beach. The cafe is a must with far reaching views over the rooftops of St Ives.
453 locals recommend
Tate St. Ives
A real insight into the famous St Ives Art scene. Beautifully located overlooking Porthmeor Beach. The cafe is a must with far reaching views over the rooftops of St Ives.
A beautiful Cornish village with a great history. Lovely for children. Buy the kids the Mousehole Cat book to make it so memorable for them. Lunch at the Old Coastguard is a must with it’s stunning garden overlooking the rock pools.
154 locals recommend
Mousehole
A beautiful Cornish village with a great history. Lovely for children. Buy the kids the Mousehole Cat book to make it so memorable for them. Lunch at the Old Coastguard is a must with it’s stunning garden overlooking the rock pools.
Take the southwest coastal path to Zennor for breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline. Lunch at the Tinners Arms is highly recommended. A perfect family day out.
67 locals recommend
Zennor
Take the southwest coastal path to Zennor for breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline. Lunch at the Tinners Arms is highly recommended. A perfect family day out.
The Minack Theatre is a must. Utterly breathtaking views and an inspirational story.
The Telegraph Museum is also surprisingly good and with incredible history. World War Two tunnels to explore under the cliffs of Porthcurno.
144 locals recommend
Porthcurno
The Minack Theatre is a must. Utterly breathtaking views and an inspirational story.
The Telegraph Museum is also surprisingly good and with incredible history. World War Two tunnels to explore under the cliffs of Porthcurno.
Walk the coastal path from St Ives starting at Porthminster Beach to Carbis bay. An absolutely stunning walk through woodland and winding pathways overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Watch out for seals swimming close by.
72 locals recommend
South West Coast Path
South West Coast PathWalk the coastal path from St Ives starting at Porthminster Beach to Carbis bay. An absolutely stunning walk through woodland and winding pathways overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Watch out for seals swimming close by.
Food scene
The best restaurant in St Ives. Fresh, local produce and stunning views.
236 locals recommend
Porthminster Beach Cafe
The best restaurant in St Ives. Fresh, local produce and stunning views.
Gorgeous restaurant located on pretty Porthgwidden Beach. Fresh local produce and a relaxed atmosphere.
121 locals recommend
Porthgwidden Beach
Gorgeous restaurant located on pretty Porthgwidden Beach. Fresh local produce and a relaxed atmosphere.
Sanders Fish And Chips
Foundry SquareDelicious fish and chips on the harbour front.
A super cool, minimalistic Thai restaurant located on the harbour front.
58 locals recommend
Talay Thai Kitchen
Wharf RoadA super cool, minimalistic Thai restaurant located on the harbour front.